20 Beautiful Bouquets That Are NOT Made of Flowers

While there's no denying the beauty of fresh-cut flowers, if you want to your floral arrangement to last longer than a week — even a lifetime — you have to get a little more creative. Whether you're about to walk down the aisle, or just crave a pretty bouquet on your office desk, draw some inspiration from these floral alternatives.

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Luxe Legos

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Who knew that the contents of your kids' toy box could look so chic? Just make sure you this one.

$210,

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Brooch Bling

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For the sparkle-obsessed, go for the glam-meets-vintage vibe of a brooch bouquet.

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Crepe Paper

Paper flower artist Livia Cetti has made impressively realistic arrangements for Anthropologie, Kate Spade, Bergdorf Goodman, and even the White House. Take cues from her book to make similar creations of your own.

Butterflies get the grownup treatment in a sophisticated nosegay that's sure to make your heart flutter.

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Faux Cotton

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Fake the real thing with egg cartons and cotton balls. Arrange branches alone or mix them with wildflowers or wheat for a seasonal display.

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Painted Rocks

Like The Cheese

Now this is a cactus no one can kill: A set of stones with a coat of vibrant green paint.

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Sculpted Newsprint

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Recycle old newspapers or damaged books by preserving the pages as petals.

$24,

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Fruits and Veggies

It's the perfect excuse to play with your food. Colorful produce like peppers, lemons, or clementines are a cheery display in your kitchen.

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Seaside Finds

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Beachy brides and ocean lovers will agree that seashells can be just as beautiful as traditional blooms.

$64,

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Pussy Willows

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For a bouquet that's just as pleasant to touch as it is to look at, gather some willow branches.

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A Baker's Dozen

OK, so you probably shouldn't carry this one anywhere, much less down the aisle. Piped petals look like peonies, roses, and hydrangeas, but these cupcakes taste much, much better than their floral counterparts.

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Paper Pinwheels

Etsy/Rule42

It doesn't have to be a windy day to enjoy this playful arrangement. Dozens of pinwheels look cheerful indoors or out.

$60,

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Golden Grains

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A bundle of wheat can look unexpectedly elegant when dolled up with a satin ribbon.

$11,

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Kale Cuttings

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Yes, it's a type of trendy salad. But different varieties of kale also make for quite the surprisingly fresh arrangement.

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Fuzzy Felt Balls

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There's no thorns on these blooms – perfect for an adorable flower girl.

$46,

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Comic Book Characters

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Superhero lovers, rejoice! The exploits of your favorite comic book heroes can be put on display in this clever craft.